1930's Chinese Army Officer Dagger with Knot and Unique Leather Scabbard

1930's Chinese Army Officer Dagger with knot and unique leather scabbard. The grip and pommel feature an ornately embellished brass plate with a floral motif and the grip is coiled with bullion and shows painted Chinese characters. The brass cross guard features a black knot tassel. The scabbard is crafted from stitched leather and features a brass locket with hook and crest.

Circa 1930's.

Approximately Total Length: 17-1/2" x 2-3/8"; Grip: 4-3/4" x 2/3/8"; Blade: 10-1/2"; Scabbard: 12-3/8" x 1-1/4".

Brass, leather, bullion, steel, silk.

Leather scabbard with hook on locket for attachment.

None.

This is from a Chinese militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VJJX16 LCIEX4/16 SCBEX10/01/19

8 (Excellent-): The dagger shows minor to moderate wear, blade shows moderate wear, leather scabbard remains supple, overall handsome patina.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.